26 May 2026  |  Bengaluru, Karnataka An initiative by Elets Technomedia  |  EletsAIWater

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Reimagining Bengaluru's Water Systems Through Technology

Bengaluru is emerging as one of India's most important centres for technology-driven water management. Rapid urban growth, rising demand, and climate variability are placing increasing pressure on the city's water infrastructure, creating the need for smarter and more resilient utility systems.

The National AI Summit on Water 2026, organised by Elets Technomedia in strategic collaboration with the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB), brings together policymakers, water utilities, technology innovators, and investors to explore how AI, IoT, digital platforms, and advanced analytics can transform urban water management.

Anchored in Bengaluru's evolving water ecosystem, the summit will showcase how technology-led innovation can strengthen efficiency, resilience, and long-term water security.

27 May 2026
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Partners
Chief Guests
Rahul Khedekar
Sri Siddaramaiah**
Hon'ble Chief Minister
Government of Karnataka
D. K. Shivakumar
Deputy Chief Minister
Government of Karnataka
Special Address
Dr. Shalini Rajneesh
Chief Secretary
Government of Karnataka
Tushar Giri Nath
Additional Chief Secretary
Urban Development Department
Government of Karnataka
Programme Chair
Dr. Ram Prasath Manohar V
Chairman
Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB)
Speakers
Ms. Shilpa Nischal
Executive Director
CII- WATER INSTITUTE, Confederation of Indian Industry
Ms. Laura Sustersic
Project Director
Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
Smt. D Thara, IAS
Additional Secretary
Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
Government of India
Kristoffer Welsien
Senior Water Supply & Sanitation Specialist, Water, WAT
The World Bank

Technology Powering Bengaluru's Smart Water Transformation

AI-enabled monitoring systems

IoT-based infrastructure sensors

SCADA command and control platforms

GIS-based asset mapping

Smart metering and digital analytics

Intelligent Water Systems

The Five Panchsutras of
Intelligent Water Systems

Bengaluru's transformation toward a technology-enabled, climate-resilient water ecosystem is guided by five strategic pillars.

Pragya
Intelligence

AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics transforming utilities from reactive to intelligent networks.

Niti
Governance

Policy frameworks, data governance standards, and regulatory reforms enabling digital water utilities.

Taknik
Technology

Deployment of IoT sensors, SCADA platforms, digital twins, and smart metering to modernise infrastructure.

Artha
Finance

Innovative financing models, including PPPs, blended finance, and technology partnerships.

Sthirata
Resilience

Climate-smart water management through groundwater monitoring, wastewater reuse, and lake rejuvenation.

Conference audience at Intelligent Water Systems summit

The Five Panchsutras of Intelligent Water Systems

Bengaluru's transformation toward a technology-enabled, climate-resilient water ecosystem is guided by five strategic pillars.

Intelligence
Governance
Resilience
Technology
Finance
Intelligence
01 | pragya - intelligence
From Reactive to Predictive

AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics transforming utilities from reactive to intelligent networks.

Governance
02 | niti = governance
Policy, Regulation & Accountability

Institutional frameworks, compliance systems, and transparent policy structures that drive accountable water governance.

Resilience
05 | sthirata = resilience
Climate-Smart Water Security

Climate-smart water management through groundwater monitoring, wastewater reuse, and lake rejuvenation.

Technology
03 | taknik - technology
Infrastructure for the Digital Age

IoT, Digital Twins, SCADA, and smart metering building the backbone of modern water infrastructure.

Finance
04 | artha = finance
Sustainable Investment Models

Sustainable investment, PPPs, and innovative financing models driving water-sector transformation at scale.

Key Participants

Register to Attend
Chairpersons, Managing Directors & CEOs of Water Utilities
Municipal Commissioners & Urban Local Body Leaders
Principal Secretaries & Secretaries - Water, Urban Development & IT
Chief Engineers, Superintending Engineers & Technical Heads
Smart City & AMRUT Mission Officials
Public Health & Environmental Regulators
Digital Transformation & IT Heads of Utilities
AI & Water Technology Solution Providers
Infrastructure & Water Sector Investors
Multilateral Agencies & Development Partners
Startups & Innovation Ecosystem Enablers

KEY THEMES

Shaping India's Water Sector through AI and Digital Governance

Building India's Digital Water Stack

Financing & Enabling India's Intelligent Water Ecosystem

AI Summit on Water

AI-Powered Circular Water Economy

Transforming Utilities through AI: Real-World Solutions & Implementation Pathways

Key Participants

Senior government officials
Water Utility Leaders
Municipal Commissioners
Technology Innovators
Infrastructure Investors
climate Tech Startups
Digital Solution Providers
Senior government officials
Water Utility Leaders
Municipal Commissioners
Technology Innovators
Infrastructure Investors
climate Tech Startups
Digital Solution Providers
Public Health & Environmental Regulators
Digital Transformation & IT Heads
AI & Water Technology Solution Providers
Infrastructure & Water Sector Investors
Multilateral Agencies & Development Partners
Startups & Innovation Ecosystem Enablers
Public Health & Environmental Regulators
Digital Transformation & IT Heads
AI & Water Technology Solution Providers
Infrastructure & Water Sector Investors
Multilateral Agencies & Development Partners
Startups & Innovation Ecosystem Enablers

Visionary Insights

Value Proposition

Why Participate?

Unparalleled access to the people, ideas, and opportunities defining India's water sector transformation.

Technology alone doesn't transform utilities — leadership, collaboration, and the right conversations do.

— Summit Advisory Council
01
Engage National Stakeholders

Direct dialogue with policymakers, regulators, and ministry officials who shape India's water policy agenda.

02
Access Proven Solutions

Evaluate cutting-edge technologies via live demos, case studies, and a curated exhibition from global leaders.

03
Collaborate Across States

Share best practices, learn from peer utilities across 15+ states, and build a national knowledge network.

04
Thought Leadership Positioning

Showcase your innovations through speaking slots, whitepapers, and the special eGov Magazine edition.

05
Sponsorship & Long-Term Partnerships

Achieve premium brand visibility and forge partnerships with utilities, startups, and government bodies.

Strategic Outcomes

Accelerating AI adoption across water utilities

Demonstrating AI-led reduction in Non-Revenue Water (NRW)

Showcasing intelligent and connected water management solutions

Enabling data-driven and real-time utility operations

Strengthening sustainable and climate-resilient water systems

Fostering collaboration between government, utilities, and technology leaders

Venue

Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru at Embassy ONE

Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru

For Partnership

Anuj Sharma
+91 - 8860651650 anuj@egovonline.net

For Speaking

Shruti Suman
+91 - 8651309384 Shruti.Suman@elets.co.in